FARGO (KVRR) – A West Fargo man accused of threatening President Trump and other federal officials made his first appearance in federal court Friday.

U.S. Attorney Nick Chase says 47-year-old Andrew Sandvik is charged with Influencing a Federal Official by Threat.

The complaint says that Sandvik made several online social media posts containing threats towards Trump and posts directed toward FBI Director Kash Patel and the Director of the Secret Service.

Sandvik was taken into custody Wednesday at 1531 5th Ave. S. in Fargo.

Fargo Police and the FBI began investigating the case on September 4, 2025.

“This investigation is an incredible federal, state, and local law enforcement partnership, working together to investigate and safely arrest someone who allegedly expressed a willingness t

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